How to Create a Database in Plesk

• Log into Plesk Panel
  Go to your Plesk login page and enter your username and password.
  
  
• Open the Databases Section

  ◦  From the left-side menu, click “Databases”.

  ◦  You will now see a list of all existing databases under your subscription.
  
  
  
  
•  Create a New Database
  ◦  Click “Add Database”.
  
  
  
  
• Fill in the following fields:
  ◦  Database Name → Choose a clear and unique name (e.g., wordpress_db).
  ◦  Database Server → Select the correct engine (usually MySQL).
  ◦  Related Site → Keep the default option unless you want to attach the database to a specific domain.
  
  
  
  
•  Create a Database User

Under the Users section:
◦  Database User Name → Example: wp_user.
◦  Password → Create a strong password or use “Generate”.
◦  (Optional)  User has access to all databases within this subscription – enable this if you want the user to access all databases.

• Click OK to save.
  
  
  
  
• Confirmation
  ◦ A confirmation message will appear.
  ◦ The new database and user will now be visible in the Databases list.